Fridley Community Education

This class is open to those 8 years and older. It is a continuing class for beginning and advanced students. Based on traditional techniques, the class helps develop the student for growth and success in daily life.

Influenced by the culture of Japan’s samurai warriors, Imperial Court, and Shinto and Buddhist traditions, Kyudo is practiced as a means to self-improvement. The non-competitive and introspective nature of Japanese archery allows practitioners to gain insight into their personalities. Individual instruction is given by John and Carly Born, both Renshi 5th dan. Visit www.mnkyudo.org for more information. *Instructors collect an additional $25 to cover the cost of your own practice bow. Annual membership in the Minnesota Kyudo Renmei association is required for returning students. Loaner equipment provided for most adults.

For centuries, Chinese people have practiced Tai’ Chi Ch'uan for health, as a martial art, a means of exercise and self-development. See for yourself how the slow movements of this art can help reduce the effects of stress and improve your fitness, flexibility, balance, concentration, and health. This is an excellent, low-impact, non-contact physical fitness program that's ideal for all adults.